Halo Infinite | Set a Fire in Your Heart – Official Soundtrack

[SeanM]

Whoa, that was incredible. Felt new and nostalgic at the same time, what a perfect blend of themes.

Continuing the tradition of amazing music in Halo games.

 

[Kevin360]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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Sounds awesome! You guys are killing it!

 

[THEVOID]

113K views in 2 hours.

 

[Prine]

Looks like we'll finally see Marty's brilliant work being faithfully recaptured with this new Halo.

No offense to the Halo4/5 composers, the work was excellent but never felt like Halo. This does.

 

[Deleted member 54292]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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music to my ears :P

 

[Biggzy]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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Well I can say what we have heard so far has been an excellent blend of old and new.

Your work on Ori was amazing and I think the Halo community has every confidence that you and the other two composers will produce something special for when the game is released.

 

[GringoSuave89]

Very much hope for a vinyl release, especially a deluxe edition. Already have the ones for 4 and 5.

 

[btags]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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I got goosebumps listening to the track so you are doing something right. I love all of your work that I have listened to.

 

[Kurumi]

That track was so damn good. I love it! Getting Gareth to work on the music is a godsend. I absolutely love his work on Ori.

I can't wait to hear more.

 

[Ramirez]

Ori's music legitimately elevates the game to new heights, the ending of WotW with the music playing made me a little emotional, which isn't an easy feat, lol.

 

[rokkerkory]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Amazing keep it up!!

 

[Cranster]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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That was great! Looking forward to hearing the music in-game!

 

[Charcoal]

This is fucking fire, yo.

 

[big bas]

there is little out there that brings me as much joy as a good orchestra

 

[RoKKeR]

there is little out there that brings me as much joy as a good orchestra

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Damn right! Humans can be cool.

 

[G-X]

It's gonna be a tall order for this new composer, but I look forward to hearing the new material when the game releases.

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A tall order compared to what exactly?

The last great Halo OST was ODST, sorry Reach fans, and with Marty leaving with the rest of Bungie after Reach the series has failed to capture its identity musically.

Halo 4 OST has these huge highs, with deep drums and a definite electronica influence, but the duel composer setup created a really unbalanced feel that left more forgettable tracks then memorable, and then how the music was implemented and mixed in game made it all extremely forgettable.

Halo 5 OST is everything about Halo 4 but turned from somewhat memorable to completely forgettable

With Halo Infinite and Coker we are getting one of the best newcomers to game music who has proven he can do both subtle somber melancholic sets and big sweeping epic pieces both hallmarks of a Halo OST

 

[Deathman]

Give us a vinyl of this soundtrack pls Stinkles

 

[Dhruvenator]

Holy shit. I just realized I had it on loop for an hour as I cranked on work. Love this - gets my hyped

 

[AGN]

As disappointed as I was with the gameplay preview, I will say the sound and music was top notch. This track is absolutely amazing.

 

[BlueManifest]

Game will be a 10/10 just because of music

 

[ArmoredArmed]

GOTY1!!

 

[Kalentan]

Every Halo game has a good soundtrack. End of.

My personal Top 5 don't @ me

1. Halo 4 - Green and Blue
2. Halo CE - Halo / Halo 2 - MJOLNIR Mix
3. Halo CE - Under the cover of Night
4. Halo ODST - Deference for Darkness
5. Halo 4 - 117

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I'm joking, you can @ me lol

 

[CorpseLight]

Hope rises.

 

[Hazardous]

Holy shit those rolling, bassy undertones are sooooooooooooo fucking good. As cringe as that speech was, the music was definitely amazing. Looking forward to hearing more!

 

[ArmoredArmed]

I can't stop listening to this fucking music

 

[Navidson REC]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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Thanks for the insight! Your Ori soundtracks are pretty much always in my rotation and I cannot wait to hear all your contributions to Halo, both epic and somber. It truly is a match made in heaven.

 

[Gravemind IV]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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Good stuff, man! The music was definitely a highlight of the entire showing. Were you behind the music for the 'become' trailer as well and any chance that might ever get officially released?

 

[Galkinator]

Incredible. From 1:20 onwards it's pure hype that sends chills. At the very least the OST of this game will be awesome.

 

[KOHIPEET]

Not digging it. It's great music, but for me it's way too epic and grand.

-Mind you, my favorite Halo soundtrack is still Halo 1 (especially the ambient tracks) with 2 coming in as close second, so I'm probably not representative for the majority of Halo fans.-

 

[lunanto]

Already epic.

 

[Vico]

Thanks everyone. As I mention in the interview we're exploring both old and new and this is really a tiny indicator of it. Production on the music is ongoing, we are lucky to not have been affected by covid-19 too much as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it.

Knowing what's in the pipeline I'm pretty confident that people will be happy with the blend of old/new on the final soundtrack when the game's released. It's tough to capture everything we've done in one interview and one track but it's a lot of music between Curtis, Joel and myself!

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Congrats and thank you for your work on Ori! I can't wait to see and hear the rest of the Halo soundtrack!

 

[Deleted member 8136]

... as several studios / recording session orchestras including the ones we use have been able to figure out socially distant recording and the engineering required to capture it....

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I can't even begin to imagine the headaches and extra work that must have caused...
Congrats on the result, it is amazing!

 

[Dr Doom]

That really brings hand Halo for me but with new take

 

[jem]

Oh I didn't realize this had its own thread, I had commented on it elsewhere.

It's a great sounding track but of course leaning heavily on existing halo motifs. I'm much more interested in the original music the game will have. That's what will make or break the soundtrack. They can reinterpret existing Halo music well, but can they make some entirely fresh melodies that feel like they fit right in alongside these classic sounds? That's the real test, to add to the toybox rather than just playing in it. Hope to hear more soon!

I thought Halo 4 had really good music. While it wasn't going for the same intent as this music (it wasn't trying to fit in with classic Halo) it had some really fresh stuff that I found memorable. Strong style that is really underrated (probably because it was such a departure from stylistic expectations).

Unfortunately I can't really recall Halo 5's music too well. It didn't really stand out to me beyond a track or two, I'm going to need to give it another listen.

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Here's a suggestion for somewhere to start:

Halo 5 Guardians Original Soundtrack CD1 - 20 Warrior World

Composed by Kazuma Jinnouchi.

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One of the best tracks in the series.

 

[Steve McQueen]

While I wasn't blown away by the demo, this music gives me goosebumps.

As a matter of fact, I'm more hyped now because of the music. Weird, but then again the music in Halo always was very prominent and important to me.

I remember, playing CE back in the days, when Truth and Reconcilliation kicked in. First time ever I really realised how much more awesome a game is with a fantastic OST.

 

[Bear Cub in Sky]

Great track. I'm surprised more people don't like Halo 5's soundtrack, though. It's the best one, IMO.

 

[jem]

Something I've noticed about Marty's Halo soundtracks since going back and relistening is that whilst they sound great in game they're really not a good listen on their own.

A lot of the tracks are just small atmospheric pieces slapped together with fade in/out cuts. Little effort seems to have been made to find tracks which fit together as well. Take Deference for Darkness for example:

Halo 3: ODST Disc 1 OST 04 Deference for Darkness

Halo 3: ODST Disc 1 OST/soundtrack 04 Deference for Darkness.The rest will come in a playlist.I don't own the rights for the music only the video.Stay tuned ...

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The first 3 minutes have the absolutely fantastic and iconic ODST sound of the slow jazz piano. From 3 minutes onwards it cuts to this frankly awful bass driven sequence then the final minute is a somewhat creepy atmospheric section.


To Kill a Demon is another example - that has like 4 completely distinct sounding tracks which really don't flow together well at all.

 

[Gozer the Gozerian]

Halo 3: ODST Disc 1 OST 04 Deference for Darkness

Halo 3: ODST Disc 1 OST/soundtrack 04 Deference for Darkness.The rest will come in a playlist.I don't own the rights for the music only the video.Stay tuned ...

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The first 3 minutes have the absolutely fantastic and iconic ODST sound of the slow jazz piano. From 3 minutes onwards it cuts to this frankly awful bass driven sequence then the final minute is a somewhat creepy atmospheric section.

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No way!! That's one of my favorite tracks in ODST, the drum and deep bass-y synth beats from Marty are to me the most iconic Halo music cues (even more so than the monks)

 

[Gareth Coker]

It's a great sounding track but of course leaning heavily on existing halo motifs. I'm much more interested in the original music the game will have. That's what will make or break the soundtrack. They can reinterpret existing Halo music well, but can they make some entirely fresh melodies that feel like they fit right in alongside these classic sounds? That's the real test, to add to the toybox rather than just playing in it. Hope to hear more soon!

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I don't think you'll be disappointed. There'll be some sonic surprises for sure especially with the batch of stuff we just finished recording. As for this, we wanted to lead with something that showed our reinterpretations / extensions, but the journey the score takes you on will obviously become clearer once the game and OST is released. I really wish I could say more but I can't!

 

[FarSight XR-20]

I don't think you'll be disappointed. There'll be some sonic surprises for sure especially with the batch of stuff we just finished recording. As for this, we wanted to lead with something that showed our reinterpretations / extensions, but the journey the score takes you on will obviously become clearer once the game and OST is released. I really wish I could say more but I can't!

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Sounds exciting !

 

[VorpalNonsense]

I don't think you'll be disappointed. There'll be some sonic surprises for sure especially with the batch of stuff we just finished recording. As for this, we wanted to lead with something that showed our reinterpretations / extensions, but the journey the score takes you on will obviously become clearer once the game and OST is released. I really wish I could say more but I can't!

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Yeah I totally get leading with this for the fans since one of the tonal goals for the entire game overall appears to be a return to classic series feelings. I'll definitely be keeping a close ear on it once the game comes out and will likely be giving the OST a listen in isolation as well. Looking forward to sonic surprises!

 

[nihilence]

Premiere 117 minutes ago.

 

[Deleted member 56752]

I don't think you'll be disappointed. There'll be some sonic surprises for sure especially with the batch of stuff we just finished recording. As for this, we wanted to lead with something that showed our reinterpretations / extensions, but the journey the score takes you on will obviously become clearer once the game and OST is released. I really wish I could say more but I can't!

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Always surprises me when an epic game dev comes in here and talks amongst us sorry bums lol